workers’ compensation professionals
(wcp®) Designation program
Pick the enrollment track that best fits your learning needs
SELF-STUDY | AMCOMP VIRTUAL | USM VIRTUAL | HYBRID TRACK | REGISTRATION ADD-ONS | PROGRAM DETAILS | QUESTIONS
All enrollment options include a digital and/or hard copy textbook and course guide, exam fees, and related shipping costs and taxes. Upon passing the final exam, AMCOMP will send a digital certificate and badge. Graduates are also invited to attend the Annual Meeting at a discounted rate, where we recognize recent graduates at the Celebration Breakfast.
All tracks are designed to be supplemental to the WCP textbook. Attendees will need to be familiar with the entire text to be prepared for the exam.
SELF-STUDY
AMCOMP Members: $880
Nonmembers: $1,100
This track includes access to learning management software where students can review chapter content, participate in chapter assessments to gauge comprehension of the material, and ultimately complete the midterm and final exams. This track is entirely student paced, and students have six months from enrollment to pass the final exam.
The self-study course is designed to be supplemental to the WCP textbook. Attendees will need to be familiar with the entire text to be prepared for the exam.
AMCOMP Members: $880
Nonmembers: $1,100
This course includes on-demand access to the virtual course videos, slides, midterm and final exams. It does not contain chapter assessments that are available as part of the self-study track. Students attending the live AMCOMP virtual course must pass their final exam by November 30, 2025. Students selecting the virtual on-demand option will have six months from the date of registration to complete the course and pass the final exam.
The virtual course is designed to be supplemental to the WCP textbook. Attendees will need to be familiar with the entire text to be prepared for the exam.
The virtual course was most recently recorded in May 2024 and is now available on-demand.
The next live virtual course will begin in July 2025.
AGENDA
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 | 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET | Introductions and Chapters 1-3
Chapter 1: Workers Compensation History and Workplace Safety
Chapter 2: Employers and Employees Subject to the Workers Compensation Law
Chapter 3: Security Arrangements and Underwriting
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 | 1:00-4:00 p.m. ET | Chapters 4-6
Chapter 4: Standard Workers Compensation Policy, Endorsements and Federal Coverages
Chapter 5: Covered Occupational Events
Chapter 6: Mandated Benefits
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 | 12:00-1:00 p.m. ET | WCP Office Hours
Students to complete the mid-term before office hours and come with any questions about the content from Chapters 1-6
Tuesday, August 5, 2025 | 1:00-4:00 p.m. ET | Chapters 7-9
Chapter 7: Cost Containment Strategies and Other Medical Issues
Chapter 8: Claims Handling, Fraud and Subrogation
Chapter 9: Program Administration
Tuesday, August 12, 2025 | 1:00-4:00 p.m. ET | Chapters 10-12; Final Exam Tips and Prep
Chapter 10: The Rate-Making Process
Chapter 11: Exclusive Remedy and Bad Faith
Chapter 12: Economic Security Programs
Have a date conflict? No problem! Once you are registered, you can access course recordings 24/7 on-demand. Recordings will be posted within 24 hours of the live course.
To maximize value, attendees should read the chapters ahead of each session and come prepared with specific questions.
Elise Farnham – AMCOMP Virtual Course Instructor
Elise Farnham is president of Illumine Consulting and is an internationally acclaimed speaker, educator, author, and expert witness with more than 45 years of experience in risk management and insurance. She began her career as a multiline adjuster and went on to hold executive positions with Crawford & Co., GAB Robins N.A., the Harmonie Group, and Carson-Brooks.
See What Others Are Saying About Elise…
"Elise was very knowledgeable, and I learned a lot of situational information. I enjoyed her real-life examples." – Compliance Specialist
"The interactive portions were the most helpful. I think the speaker was really knowledgeable and answered questions timely." – Claims Supervisor
"Very impressed with the Speaker's experience and ease, when explaining all the topics." – Claims Manager
amcomp virtual course
university of southern maine virtual course
This course includes access to a virtual, 10-week collegiate course taught by a professor at AMCOMP’s university partner, University of Southern Maine. The 2025 USM WCP is currently underway. The 2026 USM WCP course will likely begin in February 2026. More details and registration information will be posted in late 2025.
hybrid track:
self-study + amcomp virtual course
AMCOMP Members: $1,100
Nonmembers: $1,375
This hybrid track combines the self-study and AMCOMP virtual course options to provide self-paced and instructor-led learning. Students will have access to the chapter reviews and assessments as well as the full on-demand virtual course. Students have six months from enrollment to pass the final exam.
The hybrid track is designed to be supplemental to the WCP textbook. Attendees will need to be familiar with the entire text to be prepared for the exam.
add-on: amcomp virtual course
AMCOMP Members: $220
Nonmembers: $275
This registration option is for those already enrolled in the self-study program. Add the AMCOMP on-demand virtual course to receive the full educational benefits of the self-study + AMCOMP virtual course track as outlined above, including video instruction from an industry expert.
The virtual course add-on is designed to be supplemental to the WCP textbook. Attendees will need to be familiar with the entire text to be prepared for the exam.
add-on:
self-study track
AMCOMP Members: $220
Nonmembers: $275
This registration option is for those already enrolled in the AMCOMP virtual course. Add the self-study track to receive the full educational benefits of the self-study + AMCOMP virtual course track as outlined above, including access to chapter assessments.
QUESTIONS?
Please contact AMCOMP at (317) 875-5250 or info@amcomp.org.
DISCLAIMER
By enrolling and submitting this application to the American Society of Workers' Comp Professionals, Inc. , the applicant agrees to abide by and be subject to the bylaws and professional standards of AMCOMP, and that the information contained herein may be verified by AMCOMP and that the information provided is accurate to the best of his or her knowledge and belief after taking reasonable steps to ensure its accuracy. The applicant understands that any misrepresentations will make his or her application for certification null and void. The applicant understands upon obtaining an AMCOMP certification he or she is allowing his or her name, bio, photo, and contact information to be published in any directories and publications or on any websites AMCOMP may choose to publish.
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